Beairsto & Associates Engineering Ltd Hiring for Senior/ Junior Materials Testing Technician Full Time

Since 1963, Beairsto & Associates Engineering Ltd. (BASE) has been providing engineering design and surveying towards the growth and development of the communities we serve. As an independent firm with a continuity of experience and personnel since the beginning, we have an intimate knowledge of all of the projects we have facilitated.

BASE has always been 100% locally owned and operated, and we believe success has come from striving to serve our community in a way that only an informed and invested local provider can. We have grown over the years, moving from a staff complement of three people at inception to over 50 personnel today.

This growth has included the expansion of our services from Survey, to Municipal and Civil Engineering, Building Design Engineering, and Oil and Gas Legal Survey. Most recently Geotechnical Engineering & Material Testing, have been added to our service compliment. Now, with four divisions and four office locations, BASE proudly boasts an extensive in-house team of engineers, technologists, draftspersons, surveyors, and support staff, making it possible to oversee almost every aspect of our projects in house and without subcontracted services. Our recent expansion has opened an opportunity for a Senior Materials Technician / Lab Supervisor for our Grande Prairie location.

Relocation assistance is available to the right candidate who meets the requirements below.

Job Responsibilities

· Conducting field and laboratory testing of aggregate, soils, concrete and/or asphalt;

· Assist with training new staff members;

· Communicate with clients, sub-consultants and contractors test results, both orally and written, and external clients with regards to soils, concrete and aggregate;

· Have thorough knowledge of all procedures of our existing lab and provide support to ensure proper safety and quality guidelines are maintained;

· Performing and recording routine instrument maintenance and calibration of equipment;

· Actively engage in BASE’s health and safety program & Radiation Safety Program;

· Additional duties as required.

Required Skills and Experience

Technical diploma in Civil Engineering with 5+ years of progressive work-related experience;

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) and an ability to work in a team environment;

· Experience maintaining client relationships;

· Experience in a consulting engineering environment would be considered an asset, specifically materials testing, including concrete, compaction testing, aggregates and asphalt;

· Must have knowledge and experience with related ASTM/ATT/CSA test procedures;

· Valid CCIL and/or CSA certification;

· Must have the ability to review and provide feedback on field and laboratory s;

· Ability to work a flexible work schedule is required;

· Technical competence, analytical abilities and attention to details;

· Proficient in Word and Excel;

· Previous supervisory experience would be an asset; and

· Geotechnical Engineering Investigation experience would be an asset.

Job Type: Seasonal

Salary: $21.00-$26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Work remotely:

• No

COVID-19 precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Plastic shield at work stations
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2023-04-24
Expected start date: 2023-05-01